Program Navigator in IBIT Job at Bellevue College
Bellevue College Bellevue, WA 98007
$53,827 - $75,401 a year
Job ID: 12412
Location: Bellevue College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Position Summary
The Program Navigator supports students and program initiatives for Associate degrees and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in accordance with divisional and program guidelines. The Program Navigator provides educational support and technical job readiness support to current students. This position is under the supervision of the Dean of the IBIT Division, under general direction of the Dean, and in collaboration with the Assistant Dean/Program Chair(s),
The Program Navigator essential duties include maintaining professional social media accounts, tracking student job data, outreaching to marginalized communities, and organizing events such as tech-related summer camps. This position is also responsible for tracking Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), and other related legislation. The candidate will be expected to act as an intermediary between legislators and the Program Chair(s) in an effort to increase enrollments, retention and student success in an environment that upholds diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
This is a temporary 3-year project position and may transition from temporary to permanent, pending funding availability.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
Position Salary Range: $53,827/year - $75,401/year
The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $59,221 based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.
We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.
The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act; salaries below the WA State Salary Threshold is eligible for overtime pay.
About The College
Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.
We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.
For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College .
About the Department
The Institute for Business and Information Technology (IBIT) encompasses both Instructional and Professional/Technical degree and certificate options crossing multiple program areas. IBIT serves a diverse student population which has wide-ranging interests focusing on academic preparation to career progression, and encompassing high-school students to adult learners with a wide range of student abilities from at-risk to advanced, along with sometimes shortened cycles of impact due to completion of certificates or the securing of employment during the program. This places additional demands and pressures on faculty in Professional/Technical programs while also adding significant value to students by way of opportunity creation in challenging economic times.
Essential Functions
Student Success
Supports various student education needs to improve job readiness.
Assists our diverse students with locating campus educational resources, relationship building, and helping students navigate obstacles and systemic inequities.
Connect students with internship opportunities, help students with technical resumes, and coordinate with stakeholders to facilitate experiential learning opportunities.
Represents a commitment to inclusion for marginalized students and provides support where necessary.
Outreach/Tracking
Uses social media such as LinkedIn to promote the programs, connect with students and employers, and follow student progress beyond graduation. Connects with high schools, colleges and universities in an effort to form articulation agreements or other mutually beneficial programs.
Organizes and manages youth summer camps.
Management & Operations
Conducts research and analyzes data to identify program needs.
Tracks legislative issues and develops or coordinates changes in cooperation with legislators.
Manages student lab technicians/work study.
Administrative Support
Assists Program Chairs, Faculty, and Staff in the preparation of complex comprehensive plans, summaries, recommendations, progress or special reports.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis
Demonstrate cultural competence in the workplace and education to foster a culture of inclusion and fairness (including knowledge of historically marginalized groups).
Experience working with diverse colleagues and/or students from multiple cultural backgrounds and abilities in a collaborative and inclusive environment
Experience managing people in a project-based capacity
Experience in one or more of the following: networking, organizing work flow, implementing policies and procedures
Experience with two or more: Microsoft Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Web tools
Prepared to work independently, and achieve successful results with minimal oversight
Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills using language that is appropriate to the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience
Able to build constructive relationships with students and co-workers characterized by a respect and appreciation for diversity
Able to recognize opportunities for creative problem solving
Able to demonstrate prioritization and effective project management skills over several projects through completion
Flexibility of schedule and willingness to work select evenings and/or weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education
Knowledge of any aspect of Business, IT or IT Industry
Experience in marketing, recruiting and/or promotion
Experience with navigating the legislative process
Experience evaluating and assessing data
Experience guiding persons in professional/technical programs, resume building, interviewing, and job search
Conditions of Employment
Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.
Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Bellevue College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.
Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:
Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law .
Check frequently in your inbox, spam, junk, clutter email folders for any communication regarding the next steps from Bellevue College and our background check partners.
Reference Check:
Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties.
Other Information
This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.
How To Apply
Applications received by 03/03/2023 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.
All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.
Required application materials:
Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
Attach a Resume
Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable
Contact:
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu .
EEO Statement
Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/ . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2271.
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Location: Bellevue College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Position Summary
The Program Navigator supports students and program initiatives for Associate degrees and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in accordance with divisional and program guidelines. The Program Navigator provides educational support and technical job readiness support to current students. This position is under the supervision of the Dean of the IBIT Division, under general direction of the Dean, and in collaboration with the Assistant Dean/Program Chair(s),
The Program Navigator essential duties include maintaining professional social media accounts, tracking student job data, outreaching to marginalized communities, and organizing events such as tech-related summer camps. This position is also responsible for tracking Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), and other related legislation. The candidate will be expected to act as an intermediary between legislators and the Program Chair(s) in an effort to increase enrollments, retention and student success in an environment that upholds diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
This is a temporary 3-year project position and may transition from temporary to permanent, pending funding availability.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
Position Salary Range: $53,827/year - $75,401/year
The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $59,221 based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.
We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.
The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act; salaries below the WA State Salary Threshold is eligible for overtime pay.
About The College
Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.
We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.
For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College .
About the Department
The Institute for Business and Information Technology (IBIT) encompasses both Instructional and Professional/Technical degree and certificate options crossing multiple program areas. IBIT serves a diverse student population which has wide-ranging interests focusing on academic preparation to career progression, and encompassing high-school students to adult learners with a wide range of student abilities from at-risk to advanced, along with sometimes shortened cycles of impact due to completion of certificates or the securing of employment during the program. This places additional demands and pressures on faculty in Professional/Technical programs while also adding significant value to students by way of opportunity creation in challenging economic times.
Essential Functions
Student Success
Supports various student education needs to improve job readiness.
Assists our diverse students with locating campus educational resources, relationship building, and helping students navigate obstacles and systemic inequities.
Connect students with internship opportunities, help students with technical resumes, and coordinate with stakeholders to facilitate experiential learning opportunities.
Represents a commitment to inclusion for marginalized students and provides support where necessary.
Outreach/Tracking
Uses social media such as LinkedIn to promote the programs, connect with students and employers, and follow student progress beyond graduation. Connects with high schools, colleges and universities in an effort to form articulation agreements or other mutually beneficial programs.
Organizes and manages youth summer camps.
Management & Operations
Conducts research and analyzes data to identify program needs.
Tracks legislative issues and develops or coordinates changes in cooperation with legislators.
Manages student lab technicians/work study.
Administrative Support
Assists Program Chairs, Faculty, and Staff in the preparation of complex comprehensive plans, summaries, recommendations, progress or special reports.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis
Demonstrate cultural competence in the workplace and education to foster a culture of inclusion and fairness (including knowledge of historically marginalized groups).
Experience working with diverse colleagues and/or students from multiple cultural backgrounds and abilities in a collaborative and inclusive environment
Experience managing people in a project-based capacity
Experience in one or more of the following: networking, organizing work flow, implementing policies and procedures
Experience with two or more: Microsoft Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Web tools
Prepared to work independently, and achieve successful results with minimal oversight
Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills using language that is appropriate to the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience
Able to build constructive relationships with students and co-workers characterized by a respect and appreciation for diversity
Able to recognize opportunities for creative problem solving
Able to demonstrate prioritization and effective project management skills over several projects through completion
Flexibility of schedule and willingness to work select evenings and/or weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education
Knowledge of any aspect of Business, IT or IT Industry
Experience in marketing, recruiting and/or promotion
Experience with navigating the legislative process
Experience evaluating and assessing data
Experience guiding persons in professional/technical programs, resume building, interviewing, and job search
Conditions of Employment
Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.
Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Bellevue College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.
Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:
Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law .
Check frequently in your inbox, spam, junk, clutter email folders for any communication regarding the next steps from Bellevue College and our background check partners.
Reference Check:
Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties.
Other Information
This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.
How To Apply
Applications received by 03/03/2023 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.
All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.
Required application materials:
Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
Attach a Resume
Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable
Contact:
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu .
EEO Statement
Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/ . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2271.
Please Note :
caminobluff.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, caminobluff.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.